"Group meditation is a castle that protects the new spiritual aspirants as well as the veteran meditators. Meditating together increases the degree of Self-realization of each member of the group by the law of invisible vibratory exchange of group magnetism."
— Paramahansa Yogananda
Group Meditation Timings
Day |
Group Meditation Timings |
Sunday |
10 am to 11.30 am (morning) 5 pm to 8 pm (evening) |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday |
7 am to 8 am (morning) 5.30 pm to 7 pm (evening) |
Thursday |
7 am to 8 am (morning) 5 pm to 8 pm (evening) |
The meditation hall remains open on all days |
7 am to 9 pm |
Office Timings |
9.30 am to 4.30 pm |
Every Sunday monastics conduct Satsanga at Noida Ashram.
For other special long meditations, click here.
Group Meditation Guidelines
- For a Group Meditation to be successful, we should ask ourselves — "What can I do to avoid distracting others?"
- Adjust your meditation stand's height before meditation begins and avoid bringing noise-creating items such as plastic into the hall.
- Please go to the restroom during chanting periods only. Gentle stretching can also be done during chanting.
- There is no talking to anyone or making sounds during meditation. Kriya should be practised silently so that it is inaudible to others.
- Avoid wearing strong perfumes.
Before Meditation:
- Arrive on time. If you come late, please sit in the back of the Dhyana Mandir.
- Turn off all electronic devices.
- If you have a cough, cold, or any condition that creates noise or restlessness, please meditate at home until your condition improves.
- Wear clothes made of soft fabrics that don't make noise.
During Meditation:
- Remain still and quiet during periods of silence.
- If you need to leave, please do so during the chanting periods.
- If you are not staying for the entire meditation, please sit in the back of the Mandir.
- Consideration for others is an important part of one's spiritual growth. Thank you for being considerate.